Early Developmentalists Focused Their Attention on

question 19

Multiple Choice

Early developmentalists focused their attention on

• A)infancy to preschool years.
• B)preschool to adolescence.
• C)infancy and adolescence.
• D)adolescence and adulthood.

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Definitions:

Behavior Genetics

The study of the role genetic factors play in shaping behaviors, traits, and abilities.

Reproductive Success

The passing of genes through generations, often measured by an individual's number of offspring that survive to reproduce.

Genetic Mutations

Changes to the sequences of nucleotides in DNA, which can alter gene function and lead to varying physical traits or health conditions.

Epigenetic Marks

Chemical modifications to the DNA or histone proteins that affect gene expression without altering the underlying DNA sequence.